Sentence Structure

The policeman stopped walking.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

The lesson was very productive and the teacher was very happy.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

Michael shut his laptop.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

Although she doesn't look it, the girl is incredibly excited.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

One day, when I am older and wiser, I might understand how you are feeling.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

She offered me a biscuit, even though I had already eaten twelve.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

If you were wondering, my friends and family speak highly of you.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

Her hair, which was long and blonde, was caught in her jacket zipper.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

He drew up a map for her because it would help her find the bus stop.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)

For one minute, the class was completely silent.

• Simple

• Co-ordinate (two sentences together)

• Sub-ordinate (one sentence needs the other to make sense)

• Apposition (like brackets)